Near Sand Canyon Trail
Looking at the Rampart Range from the red rocks of the Contemplative Trail
Near Sand Canyon Trail
A striking sandstone hogback seen from the Quarry Pass Trail
Near Sand Canyon Trail
Came here to get away from the crowds. Great family fun. Rock is loose so be carful. Youngest with us was 11 and she had no problems.

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Sand Canyon Trail

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This easy trail takes you up close to the red rock hogbacks.
1.7
mi
Distance
474
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
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Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
1.67mi
Distance
474ft
Elevation Gain
48ft
Elevation Loss
40%
Max Grade
6,625ft
High Point
6,176ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
From the parking lot, the Sand Canyon Trail heads west and then turns south, winding around impressive red sandstone hogbacks. Near the end, the trail curves around a small canyon to end on Bevers Place in a neighborhood.

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